This entry is part 4 of 158 in the series Prayers from the Psalms Lord, the weak were worn down. The powerful were pumped up. So you sent a king. And he sent justice. Through him you lifted the lowly. You pummeled the privileged. Now, Lord, send us. Use us to bring justice to all. [image]
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Why God Cares About Every Body (and Soul)
This entry is part 9 of 10 in the series Faith in MemphisLast week, our Faith in Memphis panel was asked to write about public health issues. Should the church be concerned with matters of public health? I used the question as an opportunity to reflect on the importance of the body and health in [...]
Simplicity From the Inside Out
This entry is part 41 of 42 in the series ShortPostsFrom10MinuteMystic My friend Gary Holloway points out that Jesus not only lived with outward simplicity but with inward simplicity.[i] His heart was uncluttered. Only one call commanded his heart’s attention. Only one task demanded its energy. Because of this, Jesus was able to speak the [...]
Prayer from Psalm 82: God’s Prayer for The Powerful
This entry is part 81 of 158 in the series Prayers from the Psalms God, every time the powerful meet together, you take a seat at their table. Though unseen, you see. Though unaddressed, you address. And you say to them, ”Strengthen the weak. Stand up for the orphans. Rescue the needy. Pursue the wicked.” But the powerful ignore your [...]
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